The HeartWell Institute

THE TRAUMA OF HOMELESSNESS
Stable housing has always been the foundation of safety, health, and hope for the future. As the pandemic dragged on, conditions worsened for people already struggling. People faced losing their homes and sought shelter anywhere they could, including outdoors. Taking on this stigmatized identity brings endless unseen challenges. The impacts on individuals, families, and our community are painful and pervasive.
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Take a cue from the Danish philosopher Søren Kierkegaard: Instead of seeking a new life, go deeper into the one you have, Arthur C. Brooks wrote in 2024: https://theatln.tc/QsdPgmyn

How to Make Happy Happen In Your Brain https://buff.ly/n54eo2t

Happiness isn’t just a feeling—it’s a brain state you can nurture. When you know how happiness happens in your brain, you can help nudge your brain to be happier. This post breaks down the science of joy and how to boost your mood from the inside out.

🔹 How your brain chemistry affects mental health
🔹 Habits that support a happier, healthier brain
🔹 Practical tips to rewire negative thought patterns

You can feel better now, and it starts in your brain. 🧠

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TRAUMA IN EARLY CHILDHOOD
Dr. Kostova offers practical strategies for fostering resiliency and managing emotions. She focuses on specific areas of child development and introduces practical tools and strategies that both professionals and caregivers can use to manage emotional dysregulation while also improving the overall well-being of children in their care. Moreover, Dr. Kostova reviews strategies for enhancing self-care by bolstering self-awareness and self-compassion within professionals and caregivers standing alongside children suffering.
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